by John Sharpe | Sep 24, 2023 | Blog
Many people diagnosed with substance use disorder (SUD) have co-occurring trauma-related mental health issues. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), “Research has shown that traumatic experiences are associated with...
by John Sharpe | Sep 17, 2023 | Blog
One of the most significant struggles for individuals with alcohol use disorder (AUD) is avoiding the presence of alcohol. Family gatherings, summer barbecues, and birthday celebrations are all typically accompanied by alcohol. This makes social situations more...
by John Sharpe | Sep 5, 2023 | Blog
Individuals diagnosed with substance use disorder (SUD) may have untreated mental health issues related to substance misuse. Sometimes, people self-medicate to cope with mental health symptoms or side effects, leading to addictive behaviors. According to the Substance...
by John Sharpe | Sep 2, 2023 | Blog
There was once a time when addiction treatment programs were rigid and did not allow flexibility. Treatments were uniform, clients had no say in their care plans, and the length of stay was the same regardless of situations and circumstances. Thankfully, that is no...
by John Sharpe | Aug 29, 2023 | Blog
Joining an alumni program can help you during the transition from treatment back to normal life. When you are seeking recovery from addiction, the journey can seem overwhelming and uncertain. Fortunately, post-treatment support can help provide structure within those...
by John Sharpe | Aug 28, 2023 | Blog
There are many ways that alcohol withdrawal can affect individuals. However, untreated alcohol withdrawal comes with its own perils. Often, those who go about self-treatment may find themselves worse than before.What Constitutes Alcoholism?The National Institute on...
